Wander around the oldest parts of Casablanca.
Hi everyone! I am Ahmed, accredited official tour guide by the Moroccan Ministry Of Tourism. As an avid walker and history enthusiast, I wanna provide everyone with a chance to see Casablanca through the lens of a local. Beneath the modern and sophisticated frame, lies a city still proud of its heritage, culture and friendly locals. Showing the authenticity and genuineness side of my city, along with creating a safe friendly environment, where ideas and views can be exchanged in a smooth manner, is one of my main goals. I look forward to sharing the love for my hometown, eagerness for its history and craziness for Moroccan cuisine with you guys!
Pickup
I’ll be waiting for you by the main gate of the Sacred Heart Church.
Description
- TIPPING: THE MINIMUM TIPPING IS 10 EUROS PER PERSON REGARDLESS OF HOW LARGE THE GROUP
- THE TOUR COVERS A DISTANCE OF 7 KILOMETERS, SO MAKE SURE THAT YOU WEAR YOUR BEST WALKING SHOES.
- As someone, who was born and raised in Casablanca, I have always been fascinated by how my hometown is divided into two parts, where tradition meets contemporary flair.
- Once a humble fishing village, It’s remarkable how Casablanca has withstood the test of time and grown into one of largest cosmopolitan metropolis in Africa.
- Having said that, my tour is going to be focused on two of the main parts of Casablanca.
- The first part of this walk is going to be dedicated to the French colonial town with its magnificent blend of Art Deco and Neo-Moorish architecture, it’s an open-air architectural museum where French legacy and influence can still be seen everywhere from aesthetic buildings and beautifully crafted churches to charming movie theaters.
- During the second part, we will dive into the old medina with its reddish rampart and unique Islamic and Moorish architecture. Once we get there, we will wander aimlessly through its maze of alleyways and witness how average Moroccans live their day-to-day life, from souks and communal ovens to local coffee shops.
- We’ll conclude this with a walk in the maritime promenade along the Atlantic Ocean, where we will have chance to admire the grandeur and beauty of one of the most opulent and extravagant mosques in the whole world! ( HASSAN II MOSQUE OUTSIDE VISIT )